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TYRRELL CO HEAD START & LEARNING CENTER
190 L A Kieser Rd, Columbia, NC
Tyrell Co Head Start & Learning Center is a licensed child care and educational facility located at 190 L A Kieser Road, Columbia, NC. It offers a comprehensive child development program designed to support children who belong to families with limited income. The program provides services that...
School type:
Child care
Preschool
5.0
(2)
We offer preschool, school-age care, private kindergarten, and extended child care services! The program focuses on learning centers, school readiness, and social skills. Professional, friendly, and educated provider. Our rates are 20% under current market rates. No registration fees, security...
Philosophy: Faith based, Developmental (play-based), Outdoor/nature, Academic
School type:
Preschool
Child care
Day Care
"She is so welcoming and inviting. She has a passion with her teaching and I see that when she teaches children. She really enjoys seeing children learn and grow!"
Isabelle X.
5.0
(1)
Childcare Center and Private School - Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, Pre-K, Before and After School Transportation to and from Local Area Schools and Summer Camp serving the West Houston and Spring Branch Communities.
*Texas School Ready Certified.
*Texas Rising Star Certified.
*Experienced...
Philosophy: Developmental (play-based), International, Academic
School type:
Kindergarten
Child care
Preschool
"My kids attended the Alphabet Club from ages 5/7 months until they started Kinder. My daughter attended their schooler program and summer programs until she was in 3rd grade. The director, Chetna, and all of the teachers are extremely wonderful. I can't say enough...
Tami Y.
5.0
(3)
The Presbyterian Day School has been providing preschool and childcare to the Napa community since the 1960's. We are conveniently located in downtown Napa and serve children ages 2 through entry to kindergarten. Preschool is from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., or full day option is from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30...
Philosophy: Faith based, Developmental (play-based)
School type:
Day Care
Preschool
Child care
"Working with Jenn is literally the best experience! I have followed her from location to location because she is so wonderful
I have been here years and years!"
Jessica M.
5.0
(4)
Infants, Toddler, Preschool, After-School, Summer Camp. Blended Curriculum includes Montessori & Whole Language Methods. Impeccable Record with Childcare licensing!
Philosophy: Academic, Montessori, Outdoor/nature
School type:
Child care
Preschool
Kindergarten
"If I could give more than 5 stars, I would! My son started at this school when he was 8 weeks old, back in January of 2013. He went through every classroom at the school and graduated from Pre-K in the summer of 2018. Due to the high level of education taught at...
Tia C
5.0
(2)
Faith Lutheran School provides emotional, social, and educational growth opportunities in a caring, inclusive Christian environment for children 18 months to 5 years old. We have kind and knowledgeable staff dedicated to developing and nurturing children.
Our curriculum is engaging and is...
Philosophy: Faith based, Academic
School type:
Preschool
"We joined Faith Lutheran in the middle of the school year but the teachers and staff took the time to make sure to make my children and myself were comfortable and felt welcome the moment we walked in the door, they also sent me photos of the kids throughout the...
Narmadha M.
5.0
(4)
Casa dei Bambini School is an International & Multicultural private school. Our school has been serving the Silicon Valley community since 1987. What sets our school apart from all other schools is our model and our vision for what young children's preschool and kindergarten experience can be. Great...
Philosophy: Academic, International, Montessori
School type:
Child care
Day Care
Kindergarten
"Our son has attended CdB (Redwood City location) since he was 2 years old and recently graduated as he moved onto the TK. We couldn't be more pleased with the experience. The school has fostered his independence and sense of responsibility in remarkable ways. He's...
Care member
Joyful Montessori
70 Kukui St. Unit F, Wahiawa, HI
5.0
(4)
Aloha, my name is Kimberly.
I am a certified Montessori preschool teacher with a bachelors degree in early childhood development from Liberty University. I have over ten years of childcare experience with various age groups. I am fun, loving, energetic, and enjoy teaching children using the...
Philosophy: Montessori, Academic, Faith based, Outdoor/nature
School type:
Preschool
Child care
"We're a military family in Hawaii temporarily and attending Joyful Montessori with Ms Kim. My two children (3 and 2) love their teacher and their school! They come home worn out and excited to tell me all about their work. The setting is beautiful and there are...
Caitlin H.
CHILDWORKS, INC.
6215 LITCHFORD RD, RALEIGH, NC
5.0
(1)
Our preschool offers care as early as six weeks up to school-age. Our center provides a loving and home-like environment. We have discovered that at preschool, children build a strong foundation in social, pre-academic, and general life skills that will give them a leg up in school and beyond. At...
Philosophy: Academic, Developmental (play-based)
School type:
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
"I absolutely love this center . They have a made me and son so welcomed being that I’m a first time mom it was very hard for me . They keep me updated throughout the day on his daily routines which I love the most and also sends pictures and videos . They also do...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Teremok Preschool is an early learning facility that offers educational day care programs for preschool and school-age children. Located in Chatsworth, California, the company admits kids between the ages of twelve months old to twelve years old. The company also provides summer camp and various...
Philosophy: Cooperative, Outdoor/nature, Developmental (play-based), Academic, International
School type:
Child care
Preschool
Kindergarten
"Our daughter when to preschool at Teremok. She's in 3rd grade now and still has friends she made there. It was a great experience and the teachers really care about the kids."
Jon
Pine Tree Montessori School
17102 Marda Ave, Yorba Linda, CA
5.0
(2)
Pine Tree Montessori School is a 30+ years licensed preschool, providing quality and affordable childcare for children ages 2 to 6 years old. We are located in Yorba Linda, right off of the Imperial Highway, a couple of blocks away from Whole Foods. The school is directly next to Heritage Oak...
Philosophy: Academic, Montessori, International
School type:
Preschool
Child care
Kindergarten
"School has undergone major renovations. The director is Montessori focused and they are trying a new language immersion program. They also serve meals and snacks, which is a great help for a busy parent!"
Jessica C.
HILARIE KRUMM
1251 SWEETWOOD DRIVE, OKEMOS, MI
5.0
(11)
Hilarie Krumm Christian Preschool ~ In-home academic play-based preschool ~ A 2nd Generation family owned local business, which has been serving the community for 50 years! Hilarie's mom, Shirley Hodge, ran Sunnyside Nursery School (Okemos), Countryside Nursery School (Williamston), and Shirley...
Philosophy: Academic, Faith based, Developmental (play-based)
School type:
Preschool
"My two children were enrolled for four years and we loved every minute of our experience. Hilarie and her assistant teachers treat all children with love and respect and I always felt very comfortable leaving them in her presence, especially when they were very...
Care member
Olathe Christian Church Preschool Care
1115 S Ridgeview Rd, OLATHE, KS
Starting at $400/mo
State license verified
5.0
(6)
OCCP/Care is a small Christian Preschool for potty trained 2 1/2-5 year olds. Our classrooms are Preschool for the 3/4 year olds and PreK for 4/5 year olds. We are a play based program and our instruction follows the Kansas Early Learning Standards. As this is usually a child’s first formal school...
Philosophy: Faith based, Cooperative, Developmental (play-based)
School type:
Child care
Preschool
"My daughter LOVED OCC Preschool! Her teachers were loving and class was fun! She was well-prepared for kindergarten after two years at OCC. "
Care member
Building Kidz of Palo Alto South
569 San Antonio Rd, PALO ALTO, CA
5.0
(2)
We are thrilled to be part of the Building Kidz Worldwide family of campuses, providing local Palo Alto families a plethora of services including toddler care, preschool, after-school for children up to 5th grade, and day and summer camp services. If you are looking for local childcare with easy...
School type:
Day Care
Child care
Preschool
"I am pretty happy, they are nice, flexible and accommodating!"
Megha G.
Primrose School of Castle Rock
5885 New Abbey Lane, Castle Rock, CO
4.6
(10)
Primrose School of Castle Rock is "The Leader in Educational Childcare." Primrose is a Nationally Accredited Private Preschool serving children 6 weeks-12 years of age. We partner with parents to help children build the right foundation for future learning and life. It is our main goal to help...
School type:
Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
"We found it incredibly difficult to find a balance of quality care and also education, here in Castle Rock, so, we are so glad we made the transition to the Primrose School of Castle Rock. My son is so loved and learning a ton. The teachers and staff are invested...
Kim H.
5.0
(2)
Millhopper Montessori School, LLC
MOTTO: At MMS, our family of professionals is big enough to offer a complete curriculum, and small enough to know your child.
MISSION: The mission of Millhopper Montessori School, LLC, is to provide education that is integrative, evolving, and grounded in respect...
Philosophy: Montessori
School type:
Kindergarten
Preschool
"They have been great. Our kids have learned a lot. They have been developing very well and we are happy with their progress. "
Kelly F.
5.0
(3)
****We only offer full day preschool care, we do not offer half day preschool at this point**
***We are open Mon-Thurs, closed Fridays***
Turtle Tales is a Licensed Family Childcare operating like a Multi-Age Preschool / Pre-K where all ages are kept together to get the full spectrum of...
Philosophy: Outdoor/nature, Developmental (play-based), Montessori
School type:
Preschool
"Having our kids in Turtle Tales has been absolutely of the most valuable, consistent positive influences in our kid's lives. I'm amazed how many life skills that are learned and reinforced here, how many fun facts they learn from Mr. John about volcanos, weather,...
Caleb V.
3.0
(6)
Programs
Childcare and preschool programs for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years of age, as well as an after school program for school aged students. Half-day programs are also available.
Feels Like Home
Our facility is designed to be a home away from home, where a child can feel safe and loved,...
Philosophy: Reggio emilia, Developmental (play-based), Outdoor/nature, Academic, Montessori
School type:
Child care
Preschool
"We have had our son at Dogwood Lane for about a year. We absolutely love the staff and the environment. They send us regular updates, and strive to implement interesting curriculum for every age level."
Sidney C.
5.0
(4)
Hudson Country Montessori School cares for Infants, Toddlers, and Preschoolers in an educational setting using the Montessori Method. We are fully accredited and have Full and Part-time Options available. HCMS is open from 7am until 6pm for Before and After-School Care. Our strong school community...
Philosophy: Academic, International, Developmental (play-based), Cooperative, Montessori
School type:
Kindergarten
Child care
Preschool
"it's an excellent school. we moved to another state last year and my daughter is still missing this school a lot."
Helen P
Little Sprouts of Roanoke, LLC
2412 Berkley Ave SW, Roanoke, VA
5.0
(1)
Little Sprouts is a boutique in-home childcare and preschool emphasizing Montessori methods, nature play and socialization. Little Sprouts was founded out of the desire to provide our community with an enriching and loving environment where children can learn, grow and play in a small and safe...
Philosophy: Outdoor/nature, Montessori, Cooperative, Developmental (play-based), Academic
School type:
Child care
Preschool
"Our daughter joined Little Sprouts in December of 2020, after being at home with us since the pandemic began in March. We were reluctant to resume childcare, but were quickly set at ease upon meeting Anneli and Chris. Their passion for creating safe and inclusive...
Chrissi S.
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Recent preschool reviews in Columbia, NC
Rise and Shine Academy and Child Care
5.0
She is so welcoming and inviting. She has a passion with her teaching and I see that when she teaches children. She really enjoys seeing children learn and grow!
- Isabelle X.
Alphabet Club
5.0
My kids attended the Alphabet Club from ages 5/7 months until they started Kinder. My daughter attended their schooler program and summer programs until she was in 3rd grade. The director, Chetna, and all of the teachers are extremely wonderful. I can't say enough good things about their school. My...
- Tami Y.
PRESBYTERIAN DAY SCHOOL
5.0
Ms. Jen is a wonderful person, when I first met her I explained my situation (divorce) and she was very kind and helpful. I had visited other school before PDS with my daughter and the school my daughter chose was PDS. The teachers at this at school are passionate about their job and so kind. My...
- Edith P.
Willow Bend Learning Center
5.0
Willow Bend Learning Center is great, clean and safe They greet you and your children with such warmth and a big smile. Ms. Annie is informative and makes sure you know what's going on in the classroom and with your child. Ms. Betty is amazing! it speaks volumes about who she is, when every child...
- Care member
FAITH LUTHERAN SCHOOL
5.0
We have been at Faith Lutheran School for 8 years, they are always responsive to my children's individual needs. They are willing to collaborate when it comes to school and family partnerships. We are happy they provide a care that aligns with our values and is safe and affordable.
- Amy C.
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Columbia, NC
In 2024 what types of preschools can I find near me in Columbia, NC?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Columbia, NC. The first is a full-time program that usually works best for parents working full-time shifts, and the second is a part-time preschool where your child would attend only two to three days per week and typically choose between a morning and afternoon shift. A part-time preschool can be a great option if you want to ease the transition of this new learning experience for your child! You can also check your options in Columbia, NC for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Columbia, NC?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Columbia, NC, consider your priorities and ask administrators about their philosophies and approach to common child care issues or occurances. You may also want to ask about the ratio of learning time to supervised play time so you can get a good sense of whether you believe your child's needs will be met. From there, ask about what a typical day consists of, what the safety protocols are and how discipline will be handled. Also, make sure to check directly with the preschool for information about their local licensing and credentials in Columbia, NC.
How can I find a preschool near me in Columbia, NC?
When looking for a preschool near you in Columbia, NC on Care.com, you'll be able to review preschools by distance from you ZIP code. From there, you can compare between preschool programs by traditional facility-based preschools and private, in-home preschools. Be sure to check any reviews from other families in Columbia, NC who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.